Charlevoix County Community Foundation

Congratulations to C3F YAC (Youth Advisory Committee) President, Lindsey Jibson, on becoming this year's Miss East Jordan!

We are proud to report that we've already awarded multiple grants in support of relief and recovery efforts due to the catastrophic ice storm. But there is still more work to be done and we are here to help our nonprofit partners in that work. The C3F Urgent Needs Fund regularly aids nonprofits helping Charlevoix County residents to access food, shelter, safety, healthcare, utility assistance, transportation, and other basic and urgent needs. We have expanded eligibility criteria to include specific ice storm relief and recovery efforts. View our website for more information and to get access to our easy application form to request grant dollars. https://lnkd.in/gue9xipB

On behalf of all of us at C3F, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who is playing an important role in responding to the catastrophic ice storm. It is truly inspiring to see how the community has pulled together to lend support for one another. So many people are helping to ease the burden for so many - line workers, first responders, local nonprofits, schools, friends, neighbors, and our generous donors. Thank you all. #gratitude

Our 2025 Community Priorities grant cycle is open! We are accepting applications from eligible nonprofit partners (501c3 organizations, government entities, and schools) until May 1, 2025 at 11:59pm. All applications begin with a phone call with Ashley Cousens, Community Grantmaking staff member. Use this link to schedule time on her calendar to get started! https://lnkd.in/geMqrwYN

Are you part of an organization in Emmet or Charlevoix County seeking funding for a project that will make a positive difference in the lives of local women and/or girls? The Hestia Women's Giving Circle is welcoming applications for its annual grant cycle. Application deadline is May 1, 2025; grants will be announced by May 31st and awarded in mid-June 2025. The Giving Circle is a Field of Interest fund administered by the Charlevoix County Community Foundation and advised by Hestia membership. Organizations applying for grants must have 501(c)3 non-profit status, be a school or government agency, or have a fiscal agent with non-profit status. Potential applicants should go to www.hestiacircle.org, then select the Grants page to access the online application.

Enjoy the March edition of our eNewsletter “Moving Forward,” and consider sharing it with a friend who you think would like to learn more about us. Sign up today on our website and receive it right to your email inbox. View it here: https://lnkd.in/gzigE8Tn

Out in the community with the C3F YAC! Recently, the Youth Advisory Committee held their annual Day of Service at the The City of Boyne City Town Hall to stuff bags for kids of all ages for the organization Power Book Bags. These special bags include art supplies, games, toys, and of course, books! Bags are specially designed for specific age groups to make sure the content appeals to their individual learning levels. Check out this video to see them in action! #youthleaders

Out in the community with the C3F YAC! Recently, the Youth Advisory Committee held their annual Day of Service at the The City of Boyne City Town Hall to stuff bags for kids of all ages for the organization Power Book Bags. These special bags include art supplies, games, toys, and of course, books! Bags are specially designed for specific age groups to make sure the content appeals to their individual learning levels. Check out this video to see them in action! #youthleaders

Rooted in Community - the C3F Founders. In 1992, a group of eager volunteers led the charge to start a community foundation in Charlevoix County. Preliminary work began thanks to generous support from the Frey Foundation, the Council of Michigan Foundations, the Malpass Foundation, East Jordan Iron Works (EJ), and the W. K. Kellogg Foundation. The Charlevoix County Community Foundation officially opened for business on August 12, 1992. “In the beginning it was slow going because the concept of a community foundation was new to most people,” remembers Bill Lorne, a founding trustee. “People connecting with other folks in their communities was what helped keep us moving forward. Early trustees helped local business-owners and other decision-makers understand what a community foundation could mean for our community.” Burnette Foods, East Jordan Plastics, Industrial Magnetics, Lexalite and others also helped the young organization: “We had office space provided for no cost in a building in downtown East Jordan,” remembers Laura Hansen, the Community Foundation’s first employee. “We often walked through fitness classes in order to reach it, which is pretty funny to look back on.” Today, C3F is still about helping local people make a difference close to home. The vision of a vibrant community where friends and neighbors can thrive remains the focus. We work to connect people who care to needs and opportunities in Charlevoix County. With years of strong leadership from the Board of Trustees and dedicated staff, C3F has developed from a big idea to a credible, trusted, and people-focused organization serving our community’s present and future. #FoundersClub #MakingHistory

Out in the community with C3F! We recently had the pleasure of attending the Charlevoix Chamber Annual Dinner to celebrate with all of the deserving community award winners. Thanks to current Trustee Dr. Anna Young and former Trustee Judge Valerie Snyder for joining staff members Sara Ward, Ashley Cousens and Pam Decker in the fun.